Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Debon Cargo 1300
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,332kg more and is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross. The Debon Cargo 1300 is 77kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,332kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 weighs 77kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Debon Cargo 1300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 1300kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 480kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 820kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Debon Cargo 1300. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Digger Plant 2 if...
- you want one that carries 1,332kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross
Fits landscapers and small contractors running a micro or mini excavator that does not need the bigger bed of the standard Digger Plant. The lower unladen weight leaves more of the gross rating free for the machine itself.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the Cargo 1300 if...
- you want one that is 77kg lighter empty
A lightweight cargo box aimed at buyers wanting simple, secure storage for tools or stock without the extra features of the C-series.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Debon Cargo 1300?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,332kg more and is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross. The Debon Cargo 1300 is 77kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Debon Cargo 1300 is a a single-axle enclosed box van trailer rated at 1300kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Debon Cargo 1300?
The Debon Cargo 1300. It is 77kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Debon Cargo 1300?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 1,332kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Debon Cargo 1300 on a car licence?
Yes, as far as the licence goes. Both are rated at or under 3,500kg gross, and a car (B) licence has covered towing up to 3,500kg since 16 December 2021. Your car still has to be rated to tow the loaded weight - check the handbook or the VIN plate.
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